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PostgraduateMSc

Microbiology and Infection

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£12,150Per Year (Intl)
£6,075Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the MSc Microbiology and Infection at University of Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our Microbiology and Infection MSc provides you with sound theoretical and hands-on laboratory experience in cutting-edge microbiology. The course is set within the context of the Institute of Microbiology and Infection at the University of Birmingham, the largest grouping of microbiologists in the UK. This MSc programme is built on the combined expertise in microbiology and infection that has been assembled through the establishment of the Institute of Microbiology and Infection at Birmingham. It draws on the internationally recognized expertise of members of both the College of Life ... International tuition fees are £12,150 per year, home/UK fees are £6,075 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Molecular Microbiology and Pathogenesis
Clinical Microbiology and Diagnostics
Bacterial Infection and Immunity
Advanced Microbial Genetics
Antimicrobial Resistance and Stewardship
Research Methods in Microbiology
Specialist Topics in Infection Biology
MSc Research Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic64

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,150

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£12,150

Home Student Fee

£6,075

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Microbiology and Infection as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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